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10 Reasons to Visit the Lakshadweep Islands

Lakshadweep Islands

Lakshadweep islands are one of those places that are so pristine and serene that you’re afraid you might taint it with even your presence where the edge of the shores, carpeted by virgin sand that is intermittently splashed by turquoise waters. This tropical paradise, where merely lying inert on a hammock to gaze up as the sunset paints the sky in soft shades of pink and orange, becomes a surreal activity, is amongst the best-kept secret of the Indian tourist circuit. The Lakshadweep islands are an archipelago of 36 exotic islands afloat in the Arabian Sea at a distance of 450 kilometres off the coast of Kerala. The beauty of these islands lies in the untouched beaches and marine life. Due to the delicate ecology, the number of tourists who actually visit these islands is only a fraction of the ones that the highly commercialized beaches see. 

Apart from the tranquillity, there are various water activities that you can do on Lakshadweep island. The clean waters are known for rich marine life and live corals. However, some islands are not accessible by foreign tourists and might require permission from the Indian government. 

Here are 10 reasons why Lakshadweep islands should be your next tropical holiday destination.

1. Airport fringed by teal water

The thin airstrip of the Agatti Airport, which is also called the gateway to Lakshadweep, is surrounded by teal waters that are enough to get your adrenaline rushing. Designed for Dornier 228-type aeroplanes, this airport is placed on a tiny strip of land fringed by cerulean waters and is the only one serving the Lakshadweep islands. Feast your eyes on the shimmering waters of the lagoon that appear to merge into the blue horizon as your flight lands.

2. The stunning vista

Lakshadweep Islands is the home to the most stunning beaches with the whitest sand, clear turquoise water, calm lagoons, blue skies, colourful marine life, and live coral. This dazzlingly beautiful coral archipelago serves as the perfect hideaway from the world when you want to enjoy the barefoot life. The best part about all this is that all of this is largely untouched by tourism. So, you get to enjoy the vista uninterrupted.

3. The thrills of snorkelling and scuba diving

The trip to Lakshadweep is incomplete without snorkelling and scuba diving. It is also the best way to look at a diverse marine life. Swim alongside curious schools of colourful fish, stately turtles, and occasional manta rays in the teal blue lagoons. If you want to strike off scuba diving and snorkelling from your bucket list, Lakshadweep is the place for you.

4. The Lakshadweep Cruise

The Lakshadweep islands are a popular destination for adventure water sports. If you are an adrenaline junkie then you should definitely consider going on this adventurous cruise. Indulge yourself in bird watching, turtle walking, coral reef walking, and hire water scooters and jet skis to have fun.

5. The rich marine life

These stunning islands are famous for their lush flora and fauna marine life, and live corals. It is also considered a very delicate region ecologically, is highly protected by naturalists and environmentalists as aquatic animals like eels, turtles, etc. have made it a naturally formed marine sanctuary home. The Lakshadweep islands boast an abundance of brightly coloured corals and pristine reefs. Give yourself a chance to be stunned by the most dazzlingly beautiful sights underwater.

6. The beautiful architecture

The Lakshadweep islands are known for the exquisitely designed mosque. The Ujra mosque in Kavaratti Island is one of the renowned mosques located here. This 17th-century mosque is one of the most striking mosques in India. The mosque was built by Sheikh Mohammed Kasim, who introduced the practice of ratheeb on the island, a religious performance to invoke blessings. According to local legends, the ornate ceiling of the simple yet stunning most was carved out of a single piece of driftwood and is a sight to behold.

7. The delectable local cuisine

Due to its close proximity to the sea and abundance of coconut palms, the island serves lip-smacking seafood with a touch of coconut. It is quite a feast for olden seafood lovers to devour some sumptuous fresh seafood. The local dishes have the culinary influence of Kerala due to the proximity of the state. Treat yourself to some coconut bondas, octopus fry, moah appams, pickled tuna, and a variety of fish fry caught freshly from the sea.

8. Island Hopping

Lakshadweep, the tiniest union territory of India, is an archipelago of 36 islands, of which 10 are inhabited. Island hopping by boat is a great way to explore all these spectacular tropical islands. Let the sun, surf and sand-cast a magical spell on you as you take walks on these picturesque islands, peer at corals emerging from there underwater, am bored at low tide, mingle with the locals, and frolic in the warm waters of the Arabian Sea.

9. Bewitching sunsets

 Words fall short to describe the beauty of surreal sunsets on the Lakshadweep islands. Watch the sun’s lazy rays paint the lagoon into unforgettable and dramatic use as you stole along the white sands. The experience is nothing less than magnificent and divine. Feast your eyes to a once in a lifetime moment as the sky and the sea slowly turn crimson red meeting at the horizon.

10. Absolute peace and privacy

Most of the Lakshadweep beaches are untouched by human feet and serve as the perfect place to luxuriate in pure seclusion. You can truly immerse yourself into the flawless beauty of nature without being distracted by the hustle and bustle of tourism. Soak in the solitude and peace of uninhabited island as you sit around by the raucous cries of sea birds and throngs of scurrying hermit crabs, and if you are lucky enough, a turtle might just waddle out of the sea to give you some company.



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